Korean Make-up Trend: CC Cream

Shortly after bb creams made it to the western markets, now there is a new, huge trend from Korea: cc creams.

cc cream by Elisha Coy, one of the most popular brands on the korean market

What does "cc" mean?
cc means "complete care". Regular bb creams aim at high coverage, while cc creams are about highly developed skin care.

What's the difference between bb and cc cream?
cc creams are not made to give you coverage if you have an troubled areas. It's main purpose is to moisturize, to give UV protection and to develope your skin elasticity. You can choose between cc creams for several skin types.

For what purposes should I use cc cream?
A cc cream should give you a healthy, moisturized and dewy finish. It's for a super natural look. They are also a nice alternative to make-up bases. cc creams work like a barrier between your skin and your make-up, keeping your skin healthy and pampered.
For best results mix cc with bb cream to get the high skin care effects combined with high coverage.

cc cream by Tony Moly

What are these "skin whitening properties"?
Almost every bb and cc cream contains "skin whitening properties", which are substances like vitamin c. They help to fade akne scars for example. These "skin whitening properties" do by no means at all, whiten your whole skin tone.